Sharp PN-M982
Display · US market · 38 owner topics
Specifications for PN-M982 with owner checks for this product design. Use the matching manual for control sequences and replacement parts.
Specifications & model details
Sharp PN-M982 has tested on-mode power of 185.04 W. At an illustrative four hours per day, that quantity corresponds to 270.16 kWh/year and $54.03 at $0.20/kWh. Add sleep/off use separately. Brightness, content and enabled features can change actual power; tested on-mode watts are not a circuit or power-adapter rating.
Sharp PN-M982 lists 3840 x 2160 pixels native resolution. Use that resolution as the first image-quality reference, then verify a supported refresh rate and the selected input. A lower source resolution may be scaled; a blank image may instead come from an unsupported timing or an input selection. The recorded pixel count alone does not establish HDMI bandwidth or gaming features.
Sharp PN-M982 lists a maximum power-delivery value of 65 W. Compare the computer’s charging requirement and the cable’s rating with that limit. A laptop may need its own charger under heavy load even while video and USB data work; the power-delivery figure does not by itself establish video over USB-C.
Compare exact revisions, supported modes, ports, stand, power, and use-case requirements.
Category & symptom guidance
Build the comparison from exact manufacturer model codes, not shortened retail names. Include suffixes and region. Compare resolution, refresh combinations by input, panel type, color coverage, brightness, ports, USB-C power, hub/KVM features, stand range, weight, VESA pattern, power data, and warranty. Use manuals for port-specific limits and product pages for summary specifications.
Mark unknown details as unknown. A blank entry means the available source did not establish the feature; it does not prove the monitor lacks it. This matters when two units share most of a family name.
For laptop docking, compare USB-C video, charging wattage, upstream data, and Ethernet. For gaming, compare supported refresh at the desired resolution, variable refresh, and the host GPU. For color work, compare gamut, calibration support, and color modes. For office use, prioritize readable scaling, height adjustment, port count, and glare behavior based on room conditions.
Do not rank a feature without checking whether the computer can use it. A monitor’s maximum refresh is not useful if the host, dock, or cable limits output.
Use full dimensions with the stand and confirm base footprint, height adjustment, VESA pattern, weight, and port location. Check the arm and desk capacity if mounting. Include cable reach, dock placement, adapter location, and space for a laptop or speakers. A monitor can match diagonal size but still occupy more desk depth or block another screen.
Compare the setup cost too: mount, USB-C cable, dock, calibration sensor, delivery, and disposal. Avoid counting accessories that you do not need as value.
Separate sourced specifications from hands-on observations. If you have not measured response, brightness, color accuracy, uniformity, or input lag, do not present a winner on those dimensions. Attribute third-party measurements to the exact model and settings used. The same model name may cover different revisions, so confirm the test unit’s full code.
A useful comparison explains which monitor best matches a stated workload and what remains uncertain. Avoid declaring one model universally best based on a spec table.
Include a link or document title for every important row and state how you handled missing data. Use consistent units for dimensions, weight, luminance, power, and USB-C output. List refresh as resolution-plus-input combinations rather than a single marketing maximum. For a multi-display dock, state the host and dock models used in the intended setup so a reader can reproduce the compatibility check. If reviews report different values, confirm the tested suffix and firmware. Do not average measurements from separate hardware revisions.
A monitor with one USB-C cable may reduce desk clutter but may provide less charging power than a laptop requires. A model with more video inputs may still lack a USB upstream connection for its hub. A high refresh display can require a compatible graphics card and cable. Explain these practical dependencies instead of treating a larger specification list as an automatic win. Note differences in included adapters, stand hardware, and warranty. These can change total setup cost even when panel specifications are similar.
These sources support the shared guide. Exact model specifications and matched family procedures have their own sources above.
Owner guidance by Specs & Parts, drafted with GPT-6 Luna. Sources and scope.
Recorded model facts
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Declared display features | Full Network Connectivity,USB-C,Built-In Speakers,User Adjustable Backlight | CertificationENERGY STAR — Monitors & displays monitors.csv; row 2395; ENERGY STAR ID 4480568 Certification dataset declaration; check manufacturer installation documents for fit and clearances. Observed Oct 31, 2026 |
| Product type | Signage Display | CertificationENERGY STAR — Monitors & displays monitors.csv; row 2395; ENERGY STAR ID 4480568 Certification dataset declaration; check manufacturer installation documents for fit and clearances. Observed Oct 31, 2026 |
A comparison group built from recorded designs
36 records in this manufacturer/public-source group. The group uses the brand, category and recorded design, rather than a guessed series or production year.
These are source-record ranges. They do not establish current availability, a shared repair platform or installation compatibility.
PN-M982 has 13 recorded specification fields. Compare the fields that matter for your space and use, then resolve gaps with the original documents. These are catalog candidates; fit, availability, and successor relationships have not been established.